Complex Traits

Who doesn’t love dogs? Get the jump on DNA Day with six unique, engaging activities for your students using domestic dogs as a model to investigate modern genetics! Topics include phylogenetic trees, genotyping, mapping mutations, phenotypes, genetic testing and designer dogs.

Legacy of Lost Canyon

Entice your students to explore the fascinating world of neuroscience! Legacy of Lost Canyon features the adventurous NeuroExplorers Club, helping to investigate an ancient archeological site while learning how drugs affect the brain and nervous system. The story may be used with activities from the Brain Chemistry Teacher's Guide for a full learning experience.

Think Like an Engineer

Train Your Brain: The Neuroscience of Learned Behaviors

How do we learn new skills? Are there different types of memories? Students investigate behaviors that occur without conscious thought, as well as skills that can be acquired or improved. (11 activities)

Courses and Professional Development

BioEd Online is your source for free, interactive courses on a wide range of key topics, including genetics/genomics, environmental health and the
fascinating science of water. Materials are sorted by topic, making it easy to locate the content most appropriate for you.